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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 15, 2014 Page 4 of 6 Council Member Smith noted her concern with committing to the sewer without further development on the eastern village. Council discussed the sufficiency of the sewer pipe size. It was explained how this sewer will also provide the option for potential relief for septic failures. The council discussed how the city would fund the City portion if the City chooses to contribute. Ms. Smith asked about the assessment if the development does not happen as quickly as expected. It was explained that that the assessments happen regardless. MOTION: Council Member Reeves moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2014-24, RECEIVING THE FEASIBILITY REPORT AND CALLING HEARING FOR THE 39TH STREET NORTH: STREET AND SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. Council Member Nelson is in favor of the city contributing to the street as they have already been assessed in the past for streets. Mayor Pearson asked if the appeals could be separated. Attorney Snyder explained that the court would look at the entire assessment and whether the benefit afforded outweighs the assessment. The Council discussed the proposed sidewalk, trail, and related assessments, along with what portion, if any, the city should contribute to those items. It was agreed that he trail costs should come out of park dedication. MOTION PASSED 5-0. Council Member Smith requested a point of privilege at 9:24 pm. Council reconvened at 9:29 pm. ITEM 10: LAKE ELMO AVENUE TRUNK WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENTS – APPROVE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDER ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS; RES. NO. 2014- 25 City Engineer Griffin provided overview of the project. It includes installation of watermain along Lake Elmo Avenue. Total estimated cost is $2,894,000. Post-design construction costs are estimated at $2,325,000. The project will be paid through a combination of funds as follows: 1. Special Assessments – $185,600; 2. Water Enterprise Fund – $2,708,400. City Administrator Zuleger has negotiated secured funding for the project. Mr. Zuleger explained the status of the secured funding. Mr. Griffin explained the proposed project schedule. Mayor Pearson asked how long the project cash-flows. It is estimated to be 6-7 years, but the structure is undetermined. Council Member Reeves asked why the funding has been secured for Lake Elmo Avenue but not for Inwood Avenue. Mr. Griffin explained the timing considerations involving the placement of the booster station and there is already temporary water provided by the City of Oakdale. Council Member Nelson asked about the property service costs. Mr Griffin said that the bids will include that item, and the city will know at that point. MOTION: Council Member Smith moved TO DENY RESOLUTION 2014-25. No second. MOTION FAILED FOR LACK OF A SECOND. Council Member Smith stated that she needs more information. She wants the finances worked out before approval. MOTION: Mayor Pearson moved TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2014-25, APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE LAKE ELMO AVENUE TRUNK WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENTS. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion.